**Hurricane Helene Update: At Least 42 Fatalities as Evacuations Ordered in Two Towns Due to Dam Concerns** In the wake of Hurricane Helene, which has shifted its path northward, authorities in North Carolina have issued evacuation orders for thousands of residents. The storm has already claimed the lives of at least 42 individuals, prompting urgent safety measures in affected areas. Residents in two towns are being urged to leave their homes as concerns grow over the stability of local dams that are at risk of failure. Emergency services are working diligently to ensure the safety of those in the storm's path, as the situation continues to evolve.